Ugreen's 8-bay NAS models compared: Ultra vs Plus
Ugreen's NASync DXP8800 Ultra and Plus both offer eight drive bays, dual 10GbE, Thunderbolt 4, and support for up to 272TB. The Ultra has a faster processor and can take up to 96GB of RAM, while the Plus maxes out at 64GB. The Plus costs less, and the review suggests it remains the better value unless advanced virtualization or AI hosting is needed.
Both devices are diskless eight-bay systems aimed at small firms, studios, IT staff, and creative groups that centralize large files, backups, media, and shared access. Each offers dual 10GbE, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two M.2 slots, 8K HDMI, a PCIe slot, and support for as much as 272TB.
The Plus uses an Intel Core i5-1235U and tops out at 64GB DDR5, while the Ultra moves to an Intel Core 7 150U and reaches 96GB. The Plus is discounted to $1,369.99 from $1,509.99; the Ultra is $1,779.99, a $410 gap. Reviews rate the Plus 4.5 stars and Ultra 4 stars.
Small businesses, studios, and creative teams may benefit most from these eight-bay systems, since centralized storage can simplify backups, media sharing, and remote collaboration. The price gap could push budget-conscious buyers toward the Plus, while those experimenting with virtualization or AI hosting may see the Ultra as a longer-term option. As diskless devices, however, total costs may remain high once drives are added, potentially limiting adoption to organizations with existing IT resources and clear data-management needs.